Scarlets sign Cullen Grace from Crusaders for 2026-27 season
Yahoo Sports • 1 min read • Latest: Jun 26, 2026, 3:27 AM
Last updated Jun 26, 2026
Scarlets have signed New Zealand back-rower Cullen Grace from Crusaders, effective October 2026. The 26-year-old has made one Test appearance for the All Blacks and played 68 Super Rugby games. Grace will join the team after the National Provincial Championship concludes later this year. Interim director of rugby Nigel Davies praised Grace's talent and potential contributions to the club. He joins a list of other new signings for Scarlets as they prepare for the upcoming season opener against Cardiff on September 26.
- •Cullen Grace has one Test cap for New Zealand.
- •Grace has played 68 Super Rugby matches with the Crusaders.
- •He is the seventh new signing for Scarlets ahead of 2026-27.
- •Scarlets begin their season on September 26 against Cardiff.
- 3:27 AMYahoo Sports — Scarlets sign New Zealand forward Grace
"Once-capped New Zealand forward Cullen Grace will join Scarlets from Super Rugby side Crusaders in October.
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